--- title: "Derwentwater Independent Hostel — check charity number 1145368 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Derwentwater Independent Hostel a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1145368. Education/training charity based in Rose Castle. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/derwentwater-independent-hostel retrieved: 2026-08-23T11:01:26.777Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Derwentwater Independent Hostel is a registered charity (number 1145368) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; recreation. Its latest reported income was £888 (year ending 2025-10-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Derwentwater Independent Hostel? Registered charity number 1145368 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Rose Castle Latest income (year ending 2025-10-31) £888 Website [derwentwater.org](http://derwentwater.org/) ## What does Derwentwater Independent Hostel do? Running of a Youth Hostel aimed at families and school groups for the advancement of education, experiences and life skills of young people. ## What causes is Derwentwater Independent Hostel registered for? Education/trainingRecreation ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Derwentwater Independent Hostel yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Derwentwater Independent Hostel is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=derwentwater-independent-hostel&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://derwentwater.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Derwentwater Independent Hostel a legitimate charity? Yes. Derwentwater Independent Hostel is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1145368) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Derwentwater Independent Hostel's charity number? Derwentwater Independent Hostel's charity number is 1145368. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1145368? Search 1145368 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Derwentwater Independent Hostel do? Running of a Youth Hostel aimed at families and school groups for the advancement of education, experiences and life skills of young people. Does Derwentwater Independent Hostel have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Derwentwater Independent Hostel. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Derwentwater Independent Hostel? Derwentwater Independent Hostel's website is http://derwentwater.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1145368).